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Find Bootleg Toys, Retro Collectables, And More At This One-Of-A-Kind Kentucky Store

Earth To Kentucky is a unique toy store in Kentucky specializing in bootleg toys, vintage collectibles, and nostalgic memorabilia.

Published Feb 5, 2022

Written by 

Sarah McCosham

Kids get to have all the fun. So we're challenging you to embrace you inner child and embrace life's simplest pleasures. Be a kid in a candy store. Or, in this case, a kid in a super-cool, next-level, only-in-Kentucky toy store. And not *just* a toy store; a bootleg toy store that sells one-of-a-kind toys, collectables, vintage throwbacks, and more! What is this magical place of our childhood dreams? It's Earth To Kentucky, a wholly unique toy store in the Bluegrass State.

The Bluegrass State has a weird side. From paranormal museums to fried chicken museums, there's a whole lotta weird in Kentucky!

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So Earth TO Kentucky, a brand-new neighborhood art and toy store with a flair for the bizarre, fits right in.

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Earth To Kentucky embraces the quirky, kitschy, fun, and nostalgic.

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This toy store specializes in action figures, vintage collectables, fun memorabilia, unique art pieces -- and bootleg toys.

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What's a bootleg toy, you ask? (Don't worry... we weren't 100% sure either!)

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Bootleg toys are a specific type of collectible that's part art piece and part pop culture object.

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They're action figures built with spare parts and silicone molds, and they are an art form born from pure, unadulterated nostalgia.

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Earth To Kentucky specializes in these little treasures, and you'll find all sorts of one-of-a-kind bootleg toys here!

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You're also sure to find those hard-to-find action figures and rare toys needed to complete your personal collection!

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It's not *all* toys, however. The vintage comic book selection here is killer! If you're into comics, you'll be in your element at Earth To Kentucky.

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We love supporting unique, local, only-in-Kentucky businesses. And Earth To Kentucky is most definitely that... and more!

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Kentucky has a quirky side, and we're not afraid to show it! This delightful little toy store in Kentucky is a wholly welcome addition to the weird and wonderful Bluegrass State. Visit Earth to Kentucky's website and Facebook page to learn more about this fun toy store in Covington.

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The Enormous Mellwood Antiques & Interiors In Kentucky Will Bump Your Thrifting Game To 11

Published Jul 29, 2024

Written by 

Kelly Carroll

Thrifting can feel like a real-life treasure hunt. You never know what you will find when you walk into a thrift store. It could be a long-lost dish to complete your grandmother's collection or the perfect painting to hang over your fireplace. You may also uncover a treasure so surprising you can't help but laugh; I once dug up a metallic magenta women's suit and had a great time imagining where and by whom it had been worn. There are many fantastic antique shops and thrift stores in Kentucky. Mellwood Antiques and Interiors in Louisville, Kentucky, is an enormous treasure trove with the potential to elevate any thrifter's game.

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This 45,000-square-foot antique mall is located near Louisville's Clifton neighborhood.

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It opened in 2014 in a space that was once the Fischer Packing Company. Shoppers can explore more than 200 booths and showcases with incredible variety in this huge thrift store in Kentucky.

The antique mall sells collectibles, antiques, art, and home furnishings.

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Shoppers can also browse books and records to add to their collections. Aren't these Kentucky-themed pillows fantastic?

Mellwood Antiques and Interiors rents space in its antique store to vendors.

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Over 100 vendors sell in the enormous space. The antique mall does not buy items directly from sellers.

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The antique mall has two spacious floors and is wheelchair accessible.

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Parking is available to visitors across the street from Mellwood Antiques and Interiors.

The antique store is part of the Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center.

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It's a large center with art studios, fine art galleries, and shops. The center also has a large event space suitable for weddings and corporate or school events.

On the floor above the antique mall is an award-winning restaurant, Danny Mac's Pizza. LOUtoday named it the 2023 Best Pizza in Louisville.

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The restaurant serves pizza, pasta, breadsticks, sandwiches, and calzones and has indoor and outdoor seating. Tired shoppers can also get a carryout!

For more information, visit Mellwood Antiques and Interiors' website and Facebook page.

Have you visited Mellwood Antiques and Interiors since it opened in 2014? What is your favorite thrift store in Kentucky?

There are many awesome antique shops in Kentucky. If you'd like to take a getaway focused on thrifting, consider taking this ultimate bargain hunting road trip across the Bluegrass State.

If you're interested in visiting Mellwood Antiques and Interiors, consider staying overnight in this two-bedroom Airbnb home.

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A Trip To One Of The Oldest General Stores In Kentucky Is Like Stepping Back In Time

Rabbit Hash General Store in Kentucky is a historic community hub offering a nostalgic experience with a variety of goods and a rich history.

Updated Jun 4, 2024

Written by 

Sarah McCosham

General stores offer a glimpse into the past. Offering more than merely food and supplies, general stores are community hubs where a visit is truly an experience. Years ago, folks would gather at their local general store to converse, break bread, and simply enjoy one another's company. Today in Rabbit Hash, Kentucky, that tradition continues. Kentucky's Rabbit Hash General Store has been a community cornerstone since 1831 and remains one of the town's most beloved fixtures to this day.

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This Rabbit Hash, Kentucky general store is a perfect slice of Americana.

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You'll find it at 10021 Lower River Road,

Rabbit Hash, KY, 41005.

In operation since 1831, this Kentucky general store is one of the oldest in the state and a place Rabbit Hash residents hold near and dear to their hearts.

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A visit to this historic general store in Kentucky is truly a step back in time. It's open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and you'll discover a little bit of everything here.

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Inside you'll find worn wood shelves and tables stocked with everything you could ever imagine: housewares and antiques, artwork, and one-of-a-kind items.

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There's also a massive selection of nostalgic treats: gumballs, Moon Pies, penny candies, and so much more!

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And in true Kentucky fashion, Rabbit Hash General Store also brews its own ale which is an absolute must-try!

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But it's not just what's inside Rabbit Hash General Store that makes it such a special place; it's really the store's history and legacy, and that's something that belongs to the town itself.

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Over the years, the store has faced numerous challenges and hurdles, including several floods that threatened the store's very foundation.

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The beloved general store also suffered from a devastating fire in 2016; an event that could have meant the end of this historic place.

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But through all of these challenges, the community has rallied behind its beloved cornerstone, helping the store emerge stronger and better than ever.

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Today, the Rabbit Hash General Store remains a favorite day trip and outing in the Bluegrass State, and we have a feeling it will continue to serve its community for generations to come.

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Have you been to this Kentucky historic gem before? It really is a Kentucky bucket list must! Learn more about this local general store on the Rabbit Hash General Store website. And of course, Rabbit Hash itself is a delight of a town that's worthy of exploring, too.

Enjoy a weekend getaway to Rabbit Hash by staying in this rustic but modern cabin with a fishing pond surrounded by gorgeous Kentucky forestland.

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Is there another nostalgic place in Kentucky you'd like to see featured? Nominate it here!

If you are passing through Rabbit Hash, KY on your way to Louisville make sure you take a day trip to enjoy the horses of Shelby County:

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